The Indian cricket squad faces a packed agenda in 2023, engaging with prominent global teams. Here’s a glimpse of anticipated key clashes:
Asia Cup Defense
India, reigning champions, battles Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, and Nepal in the group stage during the September 2023 Asia Cup in Sri Lanka.
| Date | Match |
|---|---|
| Sep 02, Sat | Pakistan vs India, Group A |
| Sep 04, Mon | India vs Nepal, Group A |
| Sep 06, Wed | A1 vs B2, Super Fours, 1st Match |
| Sep 10, Sun | A1 vs A2, Super Fours, 3rd Match |
| Sep 12, Tue | A2 vs B1, Super Fours, 4th Match |
| Sep 14, Thu | A1 vs B1, Super Fours, 5th Match |
| Sep 15, Fri | A2 vs B2, Super Fours, 6th Match |
| Sep 17, Sun | TBC vs TBC, Final |
The semi-finals and final will be played at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo.
Here is the full schedule of the Asia Cup 2023:
Group Stage
| Date | Match |
|---|---|
| Aug 30, Wed | Pakistan vs Nepal, Group A |
| Aug 31, Thu | Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka, Group B |
| Sep 02, Sat | Pakistan vs India, Group A |
| Sep 03, Sun | Bangladesh vs Afghanistan, Group B |
| Sep 04, Mon | India vs Nepal, Group A |
| Sep 05, Tue | Afghanistan vs Sri Lanka, Group B |
| Sep 06, Wed | A1 vs B2, Super Fours, 1st Match |
| Sep 09, Sat | B1 vs B2, Super Fours, 2nd Match |
| Sep 10, Sun | A1 vs A2, Super Fours, 3rd Match |
| Sep 12, Tue | A2 vs B1, Super Fours, 4th Match |
| Sep 14, Thu | A1 vs B1, Super Fours, 5th Match |
| Sep 15, Fri | A2 vs B2, Super Fours, 6th Match |
| Sep 17, Sun | TBC vs TBC, Final |
Australia tour of India, 2023
Hosting Australia for a three-match ODI series in September-October 2023 holds significance for both teams, aiming to fortify ICC Test rankings.
- 1st ODI: September 22, 2023 at Punjab Cricket Association IS Bindra Stadium, Mohali.
- 2nd ODI: September 24, 2023 at Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore.
- 3rd ODI: September 27, 2023 at Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Rajkot.
ICC Cricket World Cup
India contends as favorites in the October-November 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup on home turf, vying against formidable opponents like Pakistan, Australia, England, and New Zealand.
| Date | Match Details | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 08 | India vs Australia, 5th Match | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| Oct 14 | India vs Pakistan, 12th Match | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| Oct 19 | India vs Bangladesh, 17th Match | Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune |
| Oct 22 | India vs New Zealand, 21st Match | Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamsala |
| Oct 29 | India vs England, 29th Match | Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow |
| Nov 02 | India vs Sri Lanka, 33rd Match | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| Nov 12 | India vs Netherlands, 45th Match | M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru |
| Nov 15 | TBC vs TBC, 1st Semi-Final (1st v 4th) | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| Nov 19 | TBC vs TBC, Final | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
These highlight a portion of India’s pivotal 2023 matches, promising an exhilarating year for cricket aficionados, anticipating their team’s triumphant feats.
Besides these fixtures, India will engage in multiple ODIs and T20Is versus top-tier rivals. Although specifics are pending, enthusiasts can await a year replete with enthralling cricket clashes.
This post aims to furnish a comprehensive preview of India’s impending 2023 cricket duels. Stay connected for updates as the final schedule materializes!
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